By: Schuyler J. Rumsey Auctions, Inc.
lot # 20 - united states postal history foreign mail
1820 (Aug. 5) New York N.Y. to London, England. Datelined folded letter with bold strike of red "Ship.Atlantic * W. Matlock * Sailed Octo. 6." fancy oval handstamp, "Liverpool / Ship Letter" framed handstamp and manuscript "3/2" 3s2d due rating for double rate letter (2x 8d ship letter, 2x 11d inland), reverse with London (11.3.1820) arrival backstamp and London Penny Post datestamp; some edge wear, Very Fine and choice strike of this rare ship handstamp.
Estimate; $500 - 750.
Estimate: $ 500 - 750
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